Standing Meditation and 8 Brocade Follow Along: Zhan Zhuang 8 Brocade | Tai Chi Qigong #zhanzhuang

Follow along as Susan Thompson Tai Chi leads you through a simple but profound standing meditation and 8 Brocade Qigong session to release tension in the body, mind, and spirit. Also known as Zhan Zhuang in traditional Tai Chi, this practice guides you to stand with relaxed structure, open joints, and expanding awareness. Then move gently through the Eight Brocades (Ba Duan Jin) to stretch, soften, and circulate energy through every part of the body. A simple daily follow-along for relaxation, balance, and internal Tai Chi development.

Key Terminology
???? Zhan Zhuang — Standing meditation that develops internal strength and stillness.
???? Eight Brocades (Ba Duan Jin) — A classic Qigong form of eight movements that balance and energize the body.
????‍♀️ Song — Relaxed release that opens joints and fascia without losing structure.

Timestamps (Chapters)
00:00 Standing meditation for release and awareness
03:00 Expanding through the body and spine
07:00 Gathering and embracing Qi
16:30 Shaking and releasing tension
20:00 Beginning the 8 Brocade Qigong sequence
28:30 Closing and returning to stillness

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